Land for sale

Vicars Hill Lane, Little Thirkleby, Thirsk YO7

A superb opportunity to design and build an individual detached family home within a generous and enviable plot, extending to approximately half an acre, located in the peaceful village of Little Thirkleby, near Thirsk.

The plot has secured outline planning permission for the construction of a four-bedroom detached dwelling, with access approved and all other matters reserved, together with a detached garage and ample driveway. There is potential to create a larger home, subject to the necessary planning consents, allowing purchasers to tailor the design to their own requirements.

Occupying a delightful position on a quiet no-through road, the plot borders open farmland and enjoys far-reaching countryside views across the Hambleton Hills towards the iconic White Horse. The setting offers a rare combination of rural tranquillity and accessibility, lying on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.

Despite its idyllic location, the plot is conveniently placed for commuters, with easy access to the A19 and A1(M) road networks. The popular market town of Thirsk is just a few miles away, providing a wide range of shops, schools, amenities and mainline rail services with direct connections to London and the north.

This is a rare chance to acquire a substantial plot in a sought-after village location and create a bespoke home in one of North Yorkshire’s most attractive countryside settings.

Full planning details can be viewed here:

Purchasers should note the following key planning requirements:

- Reserved Matters Approval – Details of the dwelling’s design, appearance, layout, scale, landscaping and levels will require approval by North Yorkshire Council prior to development commencing.

- Part of the land to the east of the site cannot be used for domestic garden purposes and must remain outside the residential curtilage.

- Permitted Development Rights – Future extensions or outbuildings will require planning permission.

- cil – The development is subject to available self-build exemptions from Community Infrastructure Levy.

(Full details are contained within the outline decision dated 11 November 2025)

The plot is sold subject to a Section 106 Unilateral Undertaking, which secures its delivery as a self-build / custom build home. The plot can be delivered by a) someone wanting to build their own home, or by a developer, so long as the first occupier has input into the design of the house, and will live in it for at least 3 years. Please contact the agent for full details.

Interested parties are advised to review the planning permission and Section 106 documentation in full and to take independent planning and legal advice prior to purchase.

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